Wales star Gareth Bale rejects diving claims against Scotland
Monday 15 October 2012 08:22, UK
Image:Gareth Bale: Adamant that he did not dive to win a penalty for Wales against Scotland
Gareth Bale has rejected claims that he dived to win a penalty in Wales' win over Scotland on Friday night.
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Meanwhile, Wales boss Chris Coleman believes Bale is good enough to play for either Barcelona or Real Madrid and that the winger will go down as one of the all-time greats for his country.
Bale has been continually linked with a move to either Real or Barcelona after impressing for Spurs over the last couple of years and Coleman believes the 23-year-old would be unfazed by playing for any of the top clubs in the world.
"Gareth wouldn't be fazed by moving to Real Madrid, Barcelona or any other top club in the world," said Coleman.
"It's not easy moving to another country and culture, but he has the character to handle that. He's young and has it all in front of him."
Coleman feels Bale is ready to join the likes of Ryan Giggs and Ian Rush by becoming one of Wales' greatest ever players.
"In this country we talk about the great John Charles, Ryan Giggs, Ian Rush. Southall was the best goalkeeper in the world," added Coleman.
"There's no doubt in my mind Gareth will be up there with those guys.
"He's only 23. It's not a case of 'can he up there with those guys?' He will be."
